Origin
Manila, AR
Late night in Manila on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manila, AR to Arkmo, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
20m
Distance
12.9 mi
21 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manila, AR
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Arkmo, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Trip Overview
Manila, AR to Arkmo, AR is 12.9 miles and takes about 20m via Highway 18 and AR 77, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, offering a straightforward connection between two points. Given its brief duration, it's an ideal option for a quick transit or to connect with another nearby destination. You'll find the route is mostly on main roads, making it an easy drive for anyone looking to cover a small distance efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 18 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| AR 77 | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| West Olympia Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| State Line Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 18
— 4.8 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manila, AR and Arkmo, AR.
1
Start on West Olympia Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Olympia Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 78; AR 18
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Highway 18
3
Turn right onto AR 119
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on AR 77
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
AR 77
5
Turn right onto State Line Road
36 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Line Road
6
Arrive at destination
State Line Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 12.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 78; AR 18 / Highway 18
At end of road, turn right onto US 78; AR 18 / Highway 18
Navigation decision point
3
5.4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
AR 119 / South Main Street
Turn right onto AR 119 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
12.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
State Line Road
Turn right onto State Line Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.95 one way
$3.90 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.32 | $4.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.35 | $0.62 |
| Efficient EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Arkmo, AR
Late night in Arkmo on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
20m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily highway, with 63% of the 12.9 miles on main roads like Highway 18 and AR 77. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch on Highway 18, covering 4.8 miles. After the highway portion, you'll transition to surface roads for the remainder of the trip. Expect mostly highway cruising for the bulk of this short transit.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.8 mi on Highway 18.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 18 and South Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 78; AR 18 / Highway 18.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Manila, AR to Arkmo, AR is easy. At 20m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 78; AR 18 / Highway 18): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (AR 119 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles (State Line Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 20m. Total distance: 12.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.8 miles on Highway 18. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 78; AR 18 / Highway 18): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (AR 119 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.9 miles (State Line Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Arkmo, AR before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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